Robotics & Autonomous Systems Free Updated Sep 03, 2026

Mecanum Wheel Omnidirectional Robot Platform

Vector kinematics for 4-wheel independent holonomic drive capable of strafing, diagonal movement, and rotation.

Project Overview

Understand the mathematics of holonomic drive by implementing inverse kinematics for a 4-wheel Mecanum chassis.

Topics Covered

  • Force vector decomposition for 45-degree rollers
  • Independent encoder velocity control loops
  • Wireless joystick control with strafe and spin mixing
  • Payload testing and acceleration ramping